Do you ever come across a hidden gem and ask yourself, “How have I not known about this before?” That’s exactly how I felt when I stumbled upon Rock Bridge Memorial State Park in Columbia. Conveniently located next to a lively college town and the Katy Trail, it’s the perfect place to venture off for a day trip.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park has 8 trails to hike, but the most popular one is known as “Devil’s Icebox.”
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Devil’s Icebox is a boardwalk trail that will take you to both Devil’s Icebox and Conor’s Cave.
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The first geological feature you’ll arrive at is the 63-foot natural tunnel which is where Rock Bridge Memorial State Park gets its name from.
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After Devil’s Icebox, you’ll arrive at Conor’s Cave. Visitors often try to climb in to cool off in the summer.
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The adventure doesn’t stop there! Another unique trail is Sinkhole Trail. Just like the name states, you’ll come across various sinkholes.
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Rock Bridge Memorial State Park is definitely a diamond in the rough. With easy hiking trails and breathtaking geological features, it should be a must-see in Missouri.
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Rock Bridge Memorial State Park is located at 5901 South Highway 163 in Columbia, Missouri.
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Have you been here before? What was your experience like? Let us know in the comments!
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